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Cities in ZIP code 17856

The cities below are at least partially located in ZIP code 17856. In addition to the primary city for a ZIP code,
USPS also publishes a list of other acceptable cities that can be used with ZIP code 17856. However, if you are mailing something
to ZIP code 17856, you should not use any of the cities listed as unacceptable. Choose from the primary or acceptable cities when mailing
your package or letter.

Primary city:

New Columbia, PA

Unacceptable:

W Milton, West Milton

Stats and Demographics for the 17856 ZIP Code

ZIP code 17856 is located in central Pennsylvania and covers a slightly less than average land area compared to other ZIP codes in the United States. It also has a slightly less than average population density.

The people living in ZIP code 17856 are primarily white. The number of middle aged adults is extremely large while the number of people in their late 20s to early 40s is large. There are also a large number of families and a slightly less than average number of single parents. The percentage of children under 18 living in the 17856 ZIP code is slightly less than average compared to other areas of the country.

Population

3,365

Population Density

95

people per sq mi

Housing Units

1,482

Median Home Value

$147,400

Land Area

35.50

sq mi

Water Area

0.14

sq mi

Occupied Housing Units

1,367

Median Household Income

$54,261

Estimated Population over Time

Total Population by Age

Median Age:

44

Male Median Age:

43

Female Median Age:

45

Under 5

5-9

10-14

15-19

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

45-49

50-54

55-59

60-64

65-69

70-74

75-79

80-84

85 Plus

Male

97

93

95

103

93

89

78

100

123

155

129

141

131

72

74

35

26

21

Female

78

101

101

92

78

101

68

124

114

142

153

147

120

77

86

51

44

33

Total

175

194

196

195

171

190

146

224

237

297

282

288

251

149

160

86

70

54

Gender

Male

1,655

49&percnt;

Female

1,710

51&percnt;

Gender

Race

White

3,289

97.7&percnt;

Black Or African American

27

0.8&percnt;

American Indian Or Alaskan Native

2

0.1&percnt;

Asian

2

0.1&percnt;

Native Hawaiian & Other Pacific Islander

6

0.2&percnt;

Other Race

11

0.3&percnt;

Two Or More Races

28

0.8&percnt;

Race

Head of Household by Age

15-24

25-34

35-44

45-54

55-64

65-74

75-84

85 Plus

Owner

9

77

196

270

273

169

84

28

Renter

19

60

48

36

34

24

25

15

Total

28

137

244

306

307

193

109

43

Families vs Singles

Husband Wife Family Households

812

59&percnt;

Single Guardian

174

13&percnt;

Singles

301

22&percnt;

Singles With Roommate

80

6&percnt;

Families vs Singles

Households with Kids

Average Household Size: 2

Households without Kids

974

71&percnt;

Households with Kids

393

29&percnt;

Households with Kids

Children by Age

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

9

10

11

12

13

14

15

16

17

18

19

20

Male

15

12

26

25

12

21

16

28

16

15

17

22

20

21

24

18

23

20

18

21

Female

16

17

8

23

23

19

24

15

20

19

26

21

16

19

15

20

25

15

17

6

Total

31

29

34

48

35

40

40

43

36

34

43

43

36

40

39

38

48

35

35

27

Real Estate and Housing

ZIP code 17856 has a small percentage of vacancies.

The majority of household are owned or have a mortgage. Homes in ZIP code 17856 were primarily built in the 1970s or 1939 or earlier. Looking at 17856 real estate data, the median home value of $147,400 is slightly less than average compared to the rest of the country. It is also high compared to nearby ZIP codes. So you are less likely to find inexpensive homes in 17856. Rentals in 17856 are most commonly 2 bedrooms. The rent for 2 bedrooms is normally $500-$749/month including utilities. 3+ bedrooms are also common and rent for $500-$749/month. Prices for rental property include ZIP code 17856 apartments, townhouses, and homes that are primary residences.

Housing Type

In Occupied Housing Units

3,365

100&percnt;

Correctional Facility For Adults

0

0&percnt;

Juvenile Facilities

0

0&percnt;

Nursing Facilities

0

0&percnt;

Other Institutional

0

0&percnt;

College Student Housing

0

0&percnt;

Military Quarters

0

0&percnt;

Other Noninstitutional

0

0&percnt;

Housing Type

Year Housing was Built

Housing Occupancy

Owned Households With A Mortgage

700

47&percnt;

Owned Households Free & Clear

406

27&percnt;

Renter Occupied Households

261

18&percnt;

Households Vacant

115

8&percnt;

Housing Occupancy

Vacancy Reasons

For Rent

9

8&percnt;

Rented & Unoccupied

2

2&percnt;

For Sale Only

7

6&percnt;

Sold & Unoccupied

6

5&percnt;

For Season Recreational Or Occasional Use

63

55&percnt;

For Migrant Workers

1

1&percnt;

Vacant For Other Reasons

27

23&percnt;

Vacancy Reasons

Owner Occupied Home Values

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Studio Apartment

0

0&percnt;

1 Bedroom

10

6&percnt;

2 Bedroom

79

48&percnt;

3+ Bedroom

74

45&percnt;

Rental Properties by Number of Rooms

Cost of Monthly Rent Including Utilities

Cost of a Studio Apartment

Cost of a 1 Bedroom

Cost of a 2 Bedroom

Cost of a 3+ Bedroom

Employment, Income, Earnings, and Work

The median household income of $54,261 is compared to the rest of the country. It is also compared to nearby ZIP codes. So 17856 is likely to be one of the nicer parts of town with a more affluent demographic.

As with most parts of the country, vehicles are the most common form of transportation to places of employment. In most parts of the country, the majority of commuters get to work in under half an hour. More commuters in 17856 get to experience these short commute times than most other ZIP codes. It is very uncommon, compared to the rest of the US, for employees to have to travel more than 45 minutes to their place of employment.

Employment Status

Worked Full-time with Earnings

1,457

49&percnt;

Worked Part-time with Earnings

715

24&percnt;

No Earnings

785

27&percnt;

Employment Status

Average Household Income over Time

Household Income

Annual Individual Earnings

Sources of Household Income

Percent of Households Receiving Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Investment Income

Percent of Households Receiving Investment Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Household Retirement Income

Percent of Households Receiving Retirement Income

Average Income per Household by Income Source

* Only taxable income is reported.

Source of Earnings

Worked Full-time with Earnings

1,457

49&percnt;

Worked Part-time with Earnings

715

24&percnt;

No Earnings

785

27&percnt;

Source of Earnings

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Car, truck, or van

1,801

94.8&percnt;

Public transportation

0

0.0&percnt;

Taxicab

0

0.0&percnt;

Motorcycle

17

0.9&percnt;

Bicycle, Walked, or Other Means

12

0.6&percnt;

Worked at Home

69

3.6&percnt;

Means Of Transportation To Work for Workers 16 and Over

Travel Time to Work (In Minutes)

Schools and Education

Slightly more than the average number of people in the area graduated college.

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

Less than High School Diploma

129

10&percnt;

High School Graduate

939

74&percnt;

Associate's degree

57

5&percnt;

Bachelor's degree

125

10&percnt;

Master's degree

15

1&percnt;

Professional school degree

0

0&percnt;

Doctorate degree

0

0&percnt;

Educational Attainment For The Population 25 Years And Over

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Enrolled in Public School

520

79.4&percnt;

Enrolled in Private School

92

14.0&percnt;

Not Enrolled in School

43

6.6&percnt;

School Enrollment (Ages 3 to 17)

Schools in ZIP Code 17856

ZIP Code 17856 is in the Milton Area School District. There are 1 different elementary schools and high schools with mailing addresses in ZIP code 17856.